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French pop, catchy female vocals singing in French, modern pop production, melodic, romantic, polished mix, Parisian vibes, radio-ready

Suno Prompts for French Music

Creating French music in Suno AI requires more than just adding a language tag. French pop, hip-hop, chanson, and French house/electronic — each style needs specific genre tags, instruments, and vocal direction to sound authentic. Here are tested prompts, common mistakes, and fixes for making great French music with Suno.

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Copy/Paste Prompts

French Pop Moderne
French pop, catchy female vocals singing in French, modern pop production, melodic, romantic, polished mix, Parisian vibes, radio-ready
French Hip-Hop
French hip-hop, aggressive male rap in French, dark trap beat, 808 bass, Parisian street energy, hard-hitting, modern, gritty production
Classic Chanson
chanson française, intimate male vocals in French, acoustic guitar, accordion, romantic, melancholic, poetic, vintage French cabaret feeling, warm
French House
French house, filtered disco, funky bassline, vocoder vocals, four-on-the-floor, Daft Punk influence, groovy, glittery production, dance floor ready
French Indie
French indie pop, dreamy female vocals in French, synth textures, lo-fi warmth, romantic melancholy, understated production, Parisian indie, art pop

Common Mistakes

Quick Fixes

Problem Fix
French vocals sound unnatural Write lyrics in French in Custom Mode. French pronunciation with nasal vowels works well in Suno when given proper text.
French house sounds like generic EDM Add "filtered disco, heavy compression, sidechain, funky sample, vocoder, Daft Punk influence, French touch"
Chanson sounds too modern Add "chanson française, vintage, accordion, Parisian cabaret, intimate, poetic, classic French, 60s French pop"
French rap sounds American Add "rap français, Parisian, North African influence, dark melodic hook, French street" for authentic French hip-hop
Missing the French romantic mood Add "romantic, melancholic, poetic, Parisian atmosphere, bittersweet, intimate" — French music tends toward emotional depth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Suno generate music in French?

Yes, Suno handles French quite well. French has clear phonetic rules which helps with pronunciation. Write lyrics in French using Custom Mode for the best results, or add "singing in French" to your style prompt. Suno can produce French pop, chanson, French hip-hop, and French house effectively.

How do I create French house music in Suno?

French house has a specific sound: filtered disco samples, heavy sidechain compression, funky basslines, and vocoder effects. Use "French house, filtered disco, funky bass, vocoder, heavy compression, four-on-the-floor, Daft Punk influence, French touch." This is distinct from generic house or EDM — the filtered sample aesthetic is what defines the genre.

What is chanson and how do I make it in Suno?

Chanson française is a French vocal music tradition emphasizing poetic lyrics and intimate delivery. Think Édith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Serge Gainsbourg. Use "chanson française, intimate vocals, accordion, poetic, romantic, melancholic, vintage French, cabaret." Write poetic French lyrics in Custom Mode. The style prioritizes vocal expression and lyrical depth over production complexity.

How is French hip-hop different from American hip-hop?

French rap (rap français) has its own distinct tradition with North African musical influences, different flow patterns adapted to the French language, and a tendency toward more melodic hooks. Producers often blend trap beats with Mediterranean or Arabic melodic elements. Use "rap français, French hip-hop, Parisian" and write lyrics in French for authentic results.

What production style defines French pop?

French pop (variété française or modern French pop) tends to be more melodic, romantic, and slightly melancholic compared to Anglo-American pop. It emphasizes beautiful melody and poetic lyrics. Use "French pop, melodic, romantic, Parisian, polished production" and add "bittersweet" or "melancholic" for that characteristically French emotional depth.

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